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Playboy Jazz Festival 2017

This jazz music festival is held every year to celebrate jazz and all the musicians of this genre. This jazz festival is sponsored by Playboy, and it was founded by Hugh Hefner in 1959. The first festival was held in Chicago at a stadium in 1959. However, due to some circumstances, the festival was on pause all the way until 1979 when the festival was relocated to Hollywood Bowl in LA. From that day, each year the festival is held in that Los Angeles.

The Festival

This festival was extremely popular from the beginning, the playboy jazz festival always attracted a huge crowd of people that were fans of jazz music. It is considered by many jazz fanatics to be the best jazz festival because it gathers a lot of true jazz fans. Also, one great thing about this festival is that is held in the beginning of the summer, right at the start of all festivals. That’s why it is so popular because after a cold winter and spring season people get to visit and have a great time listening to some of the best jazz musicians.

Hollywood Bowl

Hollywood Bowl

As mentioned before the playboy jazz festival is held at Hollywood Bowl in LA. A lot of people visit this festival that is visiting from some other place, therefore they really don’t know what to expect. The Hollywood Bowl is the largest natural outdoor amphitheater in the entire US. A lot of other huge summer festivals are also held in this amphitheater because it is perfect for summer gatherings and concerts.

This place is truly one of a kind and it has a lot of things to offer to visitors that are coming for the festival. It has its own public park that has around 14 grounds. Everyone that has visited this location at summer will say that it is a perfect place for large groups of music lover people to gather and enjoy together the quality music under the blue sky. We strongly recommend everyone to visit this place when the playboy jazz festival is held because you will be a part of something completely new and unforgettable.

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The Famous Newport Jazz Festival

One of the most famous jazz music festivals in the world is the Newport jazz festival. Everyone that is a fan of jazz music is either heard of this festival or was already visited it. This festival is held in Newport, Rhode Island. It was founded in by Elaine and Louis Lorillard in 1954. Both of them invested money into financing this festival for the first few times because nobody else wanted. After just a few years, the festival became more and more popular therefore a lot more people were coming and buying tickets to see one of the greatest jazz festivals of all times. Of course, they unable to organize the festival by themselves because they didn’t have any previous professional experience in organizing such festivals, so they hired a very popular jazz producer George Wein to help them with the organization.

Festival in 2017

Festival in 2017Just like any other year, 2017 can’t go without having the Newport jazz festival. This year the organizers of the festival have already announced some of the jazz musicians that will perform this year.  The announcement was very helpful for the promotion of this festival because this year there will be a lot of popular musicians performing live their jazz music for the crowd. Already a large number of people have purchased their tickets because they offer a limited number. Therefore, if you are a fan of jazz music we suggest that you hurry up and buy yourself a ticket before they are all gone.

Lineup of 2017

The musicians will perform for three days at this festival. The first day will be Friday, Aug. 4 and the last Sunday, Aug. 6. Some of the most famous performers that will attend are Snarky Puppy, The Roots, Andra Day, Maceo Parker, Rhiannon Giddens, Naturally 7, Hudson and much more.

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Jazz à Vienne French Jazz Festival

Jazz à Vienne is a festival that is held in France, it was founded in 1981, and it became extremely popular in a short period of time. People from all around the world were coming to France just to see and experience the jazz festival. The festival is located in Vienne in the section of Isere and it is organized every summer. Usually, the jazz festival last for about two weeks and it is always during the summer season, that way they attract a lot more people that are looking for a relaxing vacation.

Location

As we mentioned before, this music festival is located in Vienne which is one of the most beautiful places in France. People that are coming to visit Vienne usually plan their trip to match the jazz festival. The founder of this jazz festival was the old Roman theater. The Roman theater has the largest stage that’s why it is the main stage for this festival. It has over 7000 seats for spectators, making it the biggest stage in Vienne.

Famous Jazz Musicians

Another thing that is responsible for attracting a large number of people is the variety of musicians that are performing for the crowd. Furthermore, some of those musicians are extremely popular and a lot of people are interested in seeing them perform.  Some of the popular musicians that are coming there are Miles Davis, Claude Challe, Stan Getz, Sonny Rollins and more.  Another great thing about this jazz music festival is that provides a range of other genres of music that are closely related and similar to jazz such as blues or funk. That is because a lot of people that are fans of jazz music also like to listen to these genres.

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There are plenty more reasons why you should visit this jazz music festival, even if you are not into jazz, you can find a lot of different genres that might interest you. Also, this will be an extremely great experience that creates an atmosphere that lifts the hearts of many people. The whole city is welcoming a large number of people each summer due to this jazz festival.

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How to do a music festival when you are on a limited budget?

All the biggest festivals require from you to have an enormous budget, or basically to break your bank account. But, along with the way, you can learn some useful tricks, which will save you the cash and still let you have an excellent time. If you want to find out how to travel and visit a music festival, while you are on a tight budget, stick with us, and we will show you our ultimate tips.

Visit a festival near your town

If you are lucky enough to live in a place where major festivals are held, then you won’t need these tips. Unfortunately, not all of us are that fortunate. So, if your town features a music festival, try to visit it, you may have a magnificent time. You should determine your travel limit, 200 miles around you, isn’t too much, if you are going to spend a lovely time, enjoying the music and atmosphere. It will definitely save you money on the transportation and accommodation.

Plan the traveling

If you are planning on traveling beyond the borders of your city or state, then you need to find the other ways to save the money. If you have time to drive, it will literally save you tons of money. On the other hand, if your only option is a plan, you should try to book some fight earlier, for example, a few months in advance in order to reduce the ticket costs.

Try camping

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Many famous music festivals offer camping sites for visitors, in this way you won’t have to pay for the hotel. In most cases, you will bring your own food, beverages and camping gear. But, as long as your pockets stay full, it should work fine for you. After all, you can meet a lot of nice people here, hang out with them and make friends. The downside of this option is that you will have limited access to a shower, camping space will be tiny, and you will probably be wakened up very early. But, if you want to save money, this option doesn’t sound too bad.

Buy tickets earlier

Almost every festival releases tickets earlier; you can probably buy them even eight months in advance at a highly reduced cost. But, don’t purchase tickets until you resolve other issues, such as transportation and staying. It doesn’t matter if the tickets are cheap if you still need to spend tons of money in order to organize everything. But, if you have a special music festival on your radar, use this option to reduce your costs.

Bring a water bottle

This might seem like an obvious action, but many music festivals have water refilling stations, in this way you can avoid buying bottled water. The prices are usually a big hire once you cross the gate. When you spend an entire day in the sun, jumping, and dancing, you can drink up to $40 of water if you don’t have an empty bottle to refill it.

 

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The best music festivals to visit in the U.S.

Having in mind that Coachella is the main event happening each year in California, not many people have the opportunity to visit it, mainly because of the budget. If you are a fan of these types of events, there are still many music festivals which you can visit, without breaking your bank account. Just make sure to up your priorities and choose the festival which will provide you the best experience. Check out our choice of some music festivals which is worth of seeing.

Sasquatch

Each year between 26 and 28 May, this festival holds a place at Gorge, Washington. Thousands of people gather to enjoy a pleasant atmosphere and a beautiful site at the Pacific. Basically, this is a hippy festival, so you should expect that a lot of people will be wearing plaid shirts and looking very casual. The Sasquatch is named after a legend of a Big Foot. Last year visitors had a chance to hear the Cure and Florence and The Machine. If it’s your first time attending this event, try to embrace it in order to have one of the best experiences.

Punk Rock Bowling

punkrockHeading towards Las Vegas might be one of the best decisions you will ever make. This is held on May, between 26 and 29 and it has a long-lasting tradition, 19 years long. Bringing punk bands in one place will be a paradise for all people who enjoy this type of music. Some of the famous names who take participation in this festival are Iggy Pop, Bouncing Souls, Pennywise and many others. The atmosphere is very pleasant, and many people gather to hear their favorite artists.

Governor’s Ball

Taking place on Randall’s Island, between 2 and 4 June, this festival is a great opportunity to spend some time away from the city. Considering it’s still close to New York, you will have a filling you landed in a country which is inside of this big metropolitan. This year you can expect to see Tool, Lorde, Wu-Tang Clan, and many others. This is very beneficial for people who are living nearby, once you are done with your day, you relax and visit this festival.

Pitchfork Music Festival

Chicago is a major part of the music festival scene in the U.S. The city hosts some of the biggest festivals in America; they have Pitchfork, Lollapalooza, and Riotfest. They are all happening during the summer, but each of them is different. Pitchfork takes place in Union Park and here you can hear a variety of music genres, such as electro, indie, fold and beach house.

Newport Folk Festival

This is one of the oldest music festivals in the U.S.; it was first held in 1959. Newport Folk Festival is organized in July, between 28 and 30. It has a laidback atmosphere, and last year many famous artists such as Patti Smith, Father John Misty, Margo Price, Graham Nash, Brian Fallon and Alabama Shakes performed here.

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First time attending music festival – useful tips

Music festivals are happening everywhere. You can choose from a variety of genres, artists and places to visit. Even though many people think that popularity of music festivals has been decaying over the years, they are deadly wrong. They have never been more popular since many visitors take this chance to see and hear their favorite performers. If you are a first-time visitor, attending a music festival can be a bit overwhelming experience, so here is what you need to know before you head on this journey.

Plan your schedule

Planning might be an obvious step, but we need to mention it because it’s the most important one. If you want to visit multiple stages, make sure to review where and when they are playing. It is entirely possible that you will need to choose one over another due to a scheduling conflict. But, you need to plan in advance if you want to maximize your time.

It’s better to early than to be late

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This step isn’t necessary, but it can be very helpful. In this way, you will be able to avoid the crowd and to take the best place. Many festivals have many vendors selling food and drinks. But getting there early, you can have a quick look at everything, so when it gets busy, you will know where to go and what to buy.

Protect your skin

If you plan to spend the whole day outside, exposed to the sun, it is essential to bring a sunscreen. In any other case, you can suffer severe burns. On the other hand, if you are visiting an area which is cold, make sure to bring a jacket and boots. Weather plays an important part in any festival, especially if it’s an outdoor event.

Comfortable shoes and clothes are a must

At any music festival, you will be walking a lot, so if your wardrobe isn’t comfortable, you will be facing a lot of problems. We all want to look beautiful and cute, but think what’s more convenient. Wearing heals on grass can be a very uncomfortable and at some moments excruciating. Nice snickers or flats can be a great solution, make sure to protect your toes because it will be a lot of stepping.

Bring water with you

waterMost music festival won’t provide you any liquids, and when the performance starts, you will have a hard time reaching some stand to buy water. Many festivals will have a water – refilling stations, so if you bring an empty water canister, you can fill it up.

Hand sanitizer and baby wipes

A hand sanitizer can be a very useful solution because you will be touching a lot of things, without any water to wash your hands. Considering there is a lot of dust and jumping, you will need to protect yourself. Baby wipes are a great way to clean yourself up, especially when bathroom situations aren’t too convenient and you will have to improvise.

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Why you should visit a music festival

When we think about the music festival, the first thing that crosses our mind is good music and an excellent company. Depending on a music festival, some of them gave a good reputation, while other have a bad one and for some people, it’s way too expensive to afford them, especially if you are a college student. These types of events have a lot of things to offer you, and they can completely change the way you look at life. So, here are our reasons why should attend such an event.

The music is great

This is a one in life experience, and it shouldn’t be explained any further. The music is the main reason why people decide to go to a music festival. It’s a great opportunity to see and hear your favorite artists paying within few days. You will also have a chance to meet new artists; you may not have found otherwise. Every song or performer will carry you throughout the day and ignite a new thrill inside of you.

The crowd

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Music festivals are full of thousands of people who are great and easy to hang around. Of course, you might find some of them who will not work for you, but they are few and far in between. Most of them are ready to share their experience with your, food and accommodation. This is a nice way to meet many people, who are different nationalities and different personalities. You can even create friendships which will last you for life.

The food

The food might be a strange reason to visit a music festival, but here you will find the most delicious food vendors. You can choose anything literally, from pizza to Indian cuisine. Some of them can be a bit pricey, but they will guarantee you a great feasting.

The activities

partyThere are many great things you can do while waiting for your favorite artist to perform and you can expect almost anything, once you step through the gates.  You can experience yoga classes, waterslides, ferries wheels, movie theaters and even a silent disco. You can spend enjoyable time at these events, without having one second wasted.

The neighbors

Depending on a type of festival you are visiting, if you have decided to use a camping site, you can always get friendly with your neighbors. If they are friendly and welcoming, they can keep an eye on your things, while you are gone. You can also go together on concerts; it will be fun to see some familiar faces once you are in the crowd.

The feeling you will experience

The music festival will provide you positive energy which will last for weeks. You will remember all the people you meet there and the great music you have heard. You will have a rush of adrenaline when you see your favorite musician of a band playing, and the vibes that crowd will carry will give you enough strength to go through this.

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The best music festivals to attend in 2017

The music industry has become a major force, and each year it produces many names; it has become hard to follow. Music festivals are an inseparable part of the music industry, even though many people think they time has passed. But, still, every year, thousands of them are happening in the U.S. ground, reassuring us, making aware of their presence, mostly because of the people who are attending them. This is a unique opportunity to see and hear some of your favorite artists and enjoy their music. If you are a fan of these events, we present you the top music festivals which will happen in 2017.

Coachella

This is probably one of the most famous ones, and many popular names in music industry attend Coachella. Each year it’s taking place in California desert, transforming this place into an oasis of music. You will have the opportunity to listen to some of the coolest bands and performers. Considering it is extremely popular, it sells out pretty fast, so make sure to book your ticket in advance.

South By South West

Opposite to modern trends and launchers of careers, South By South West represents an annual feast of art. Music, film, and shows combine in one are dedicated to true lovers of music art and performance. Located in the city of Austin, everyone who means something in this industry, from performers to fans and critics head over here to discover the next sensation and enjoy music in its great glory.

Burning Man

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Even though this is not a traditional festival, it is often described as an experiment in community, art, and self – expression. Burning Man represents an artistic escape, and it is more chance for an artist to express themselves than a music festival. Here you can meet many great people and enjoy their performance. We are not only talking about the music but performance overall. Visitors have a chance to stay several days here and camp.

Pitchfork Music Festival

If you enjoy different music genres, such as rock, hip – hop, electronic, jazz, and punk, then this festival is the right choice for you. It is a three-day event, and visitors can enjoy great food, art, and beverages from local vendors. Pitchfork Music Festival is held at Union Part in Chicago, each year, somewhere in July.

The Governors Ball Music Festival

Every year, Randall’s Island, New York is transformed into a real musical spectacle. It provides visitors variety of tastes; you can kick back and relax while enjoying the hot jams. Governors Ball is a major part of this music festival, the mixture of electronic, hip – hop, rock, pop and folk is true enjoyment for many music lovers.

 

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How to choose a music festival to attend?

Most people visit at least two music festivals during the year. Finances and time off work are the main reasons why people approach this issue very wisely. Considering that thousands of festivals are happening each year across the U.S., choosing the right one can be a difficult task. We have prepared some recommendations for you so we can make you this decision much easier.

Check out the artists

This is one of the first things you need to check out. See who is performing at some festivals you are planning to attend. If it’s some of the favorite musicians, maybe you should give it a priority. One other hand, if you have already seen them perform, perhaps you should try something new, some festivals which will give a new sight at a music industry. In this case, it’s important to choose the festival that it looks like you picked the bands yourself. This type of event will provide you the maximum pleasure.

Reconsider you budget

piggybankIf the money represents a problem and you still want to go, then you should look at some festivals that are near your town. You should now that not all festivals have the same organization. Once you start visiting them, you can meet a lot of people, who later can help you out if you decide to attend some of the major events. You can always save money during the year if you want to visit some of the famous festivals. For some people, these types of events can be fun, while for other, they can be a life changing decision.

Ticket price and fees

This is next aspect you should reconsider, but you can’t influence at this. If you are smart about the accommodation and transportation, you can save money here. You can either choose to drive your own car, or you can use bus or train, whatever works for you. Some music festivals have very expensive tickets, and if you want to visit them, you better save the money. For example, if you want to visit Coachella, you will need to pay $250 for a drive and a stay plus ticket. Other festivals may offer you a free stay at the camping site.

The weather is an important factor

This can ruin your entire experience, regardless if it’s near your house of not. When you narrow down the search, make sure to check the weather conditions. You should choose the one which has the best weather conditions because you will be able to enjoy it thoroughly. The organizers maybe provide a camping site, so you won’t need to spend money on accommodation.

Make your friends go with you

Once you choose the music festival you wish to attend, ask your friends to go with you. Maybe you can share money for the hotel and gasoline. It will be much cheaper than going alone, and you will definitely have much more fun and experience the real thrill of the music festival.